Operation Ruck the Bayou
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Operation: Ruck the Bayou : event overview
Operation: Ruck the Bayou is scheduled for May 16, 2026, at Saint Arnold Brewery in Houston, Texas (2000 Lyons Ave, Houston, TX 77020). The event benefits The Joshua Chamberlain Society - Houston Chapter, a 501(c)(3) charity that provides long-term support to veterans with permanent combat injuries and to children of local veterans who died in service. The Joshua Chamberlain Society was founded in St. Louis and has expanded to chapters in Nashville and Houston; each chapter operates independently so donations remain local.
Events and fees
- 5K Run
- 5K Ruck
- 10K Run
- 10K Ruck
- Kids/Family K + Mini-Ruck
Registration prices listed on the event page show: 5K events at $45, 10K events at $55, and the Kids/Family K at $20. These prices reflect a reduced rate from earlier amounts and are set to increase after February 14, 2026. The event also lists a fundraising goal of $10,000 with funds raised shown as $0 at the time of the listing. A contact form is available for questions about the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.